i don’t agree. we reviewed the differences between reality and the alternative. she understands that most marketing she sees is technically fake, and that people don’t actually look like this. it was a statement over everything and it worked.

dang guys, raising daughters is hard work. emery is 8, and always watches me work on photos. she wanted me to take some photos of her. i explained to her how i work with people and how i direct them in front of the camera. she was totally loving it but then i realized we had to discuss editing, which i knew would lead to self image and expectation discussions.

i showed her the before and after, and explained to her that all tv shows, movies, and things she sees online are all enhanced by people who do this for a living. she told me not to worry because she loves herself 😭❤️